Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (13 Aug 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
H.R. 10087, the Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act, would amend the Medicare program to cover and pay for cancer care planning and coordination services. This includes the development of treatment plans, follow-up care, and any necessary updates to these plans for individuals diagnosed with or treated for cancer. The bill also outlines specific requirements for these services, such as being provided in written or electronic form and being accessible to patients by considering their cultural and linguistic needs.
This legislation would directly affect individuals covered by Medicare who are diagnosed with cancer. It aims to ensure they receive comprehensive planning and coordination of their cancer care. The bill is currently in its initial stage, having been introduced in the House of Representatives on August 13, 2026.
Following its introduction, the bill was referred to two committees: the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on Ways and Means, for consideration of relevant provisions. The next steps would involve these committees reviewing the bill, potentially holding hearings, and deciding whether to advance it further in the legislative process.
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Official summary
Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act
This bill provides for Medicare coverage and payment of cancer care planning and coordination services for individuals who are diagnosed with or treated for cancer, including the development of treatment plans, follow-up care, and any necessary revisions.
Timeline
13 Aug 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10087 do?
- H.R. 10087, the Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act, would amend the Medicare program to cover and pay for cancer care planning and coordination services. This includes the development of treatment plans, follow-up care, and any necessary updates to these plans for individuals diagnosed with or treated for cancer. The bill also outlines specific requirements for these services, such as being provided in written or electronic form and being accessible to patients by considering their cultural and linguistic needs. This legislation would directly affect individuals covered by Medicare who are diagnosed with cancer. It aims to ensure they receive comprehensive planning and coordination of their cancer care. The bill is currently in its initial stage, having been introduced in the House of Representatives on August 13, 2026. Following its introduction, the bill was referred to two committees: the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on Ways and Means, for consideration of relevant provisions. The next steps would involve these committees reviewing the bill, potentially holding hearings, and deciding whether to advance it further in the legislative process.
- Has H.R. 10087 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10087. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10087?
- H.R. 10087 was sponsored by Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10] (D-CA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10087?
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (13 Aug 2026).
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